Coccoloba uvifera

Description

Coccaloba uvifera has large, leathery plate-shaped leaves which turn from deep green to red as they age. Sometimes known as ‘Sea Grape’ due to its salt tolerance, this Buckwheat relative will thrive in a bright spot, and (if you’re lucky) may even provide you with edible fruits!

WATERING

In S/S water when 20% of the top soil has dried out. In A/W allow top soil to dry out 50%. Dislikes draughts.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Bright, indirect.

REPOTTING

Repot every two years into fresh houseplant compost.

FEED

Use a balanced houseplant fertiliser once a month from May – September.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant is supplied in its plastic nursery pot.